Job Description
Join Nexus Future Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as we pioneer quantum computing solutions for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientist to develop next-gen algorithms and hardware prototypes that will redefine computational boundaries. In this role, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors in our state-of-the-art Silicon Valley facility, contributing to projects that will shape the future of artificial intelligence, cryptography, and molecular modeling.
We offer unparalleled resources including access to IBM Quantum and D-Wave systems, competitive equity packages, and a culture that celebrates intellectual curiosity. Our mission: To build the computational infrastructure for humanity's next decade of breakthrough innovations.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation problems
- Develop error-correction protocols for scalable quantum systems
- Lead experimental validation of quantum hardware prototypes
- Collaborate with AI teams to integrate quantum computing with machine learning frameworks
- Publish peer-reviewed research in top-tier journals and conferences
- Secure $1M+ in research grants through NSF and DARPA proposals
- Mentor postdoctoral researchers in quantum information theory
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum computing research experience
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Cirq, or Q#)
- Published work in Nature/Science or IEEE Transactions on Quantum Engineering
- Expertise in quantum error correction and fault-tolerant architectures
- Demonstrated success in securing government or corporate research funding
- Strong background in linear algebra and quantum mechanics